Weather Situation: A squall line is moving across the Van Diemen Gulf, northeast of Darwin at 50km/h towards the Tiwi Islands. While mostly offshore, conditions around Darwin are favourable for development as it approaches.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Darwin, Palmerston, Wurrumiyanga, Milikapiti and Pirlangimpi.

The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should: * secure loose outside objects * ensure pets and animals are safe * avoid remaining in the open when storms threaten * pull over if it is raining heavily and you cannot see, park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears * avoid driving into water of unknown depth and current * for emergency help in floods, storms and cyclones, contact the NTES on 132 500. For more safety tips visit www.securent.nt.gov.au

The next warning is due to be issued by 3:30 am.

If severe thunderstorms develop in Darwin City and Outer Darwin, a more detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued to people in this area.

Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 214. The Bureau and Northern Territory Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

The cyclone is moving south southeast at 8 kilometres per hour.Dangerous surf conditions are expected along the southern Queensland and farnorthern New South Wales coasts and also about Lord Howe Island over the nextfew days and into early next week. Beach erosion is likely to continue with thehazardous marine conditions.

Water levels on the high tide are likely to continue to exceed the highest tideof the year about the southeast Queensland and far northern New South Walescoasts and also about Lord Howe Island over the coming days.

Gale force winds, with gusts greater than 90 km/hr, are expected about exposedparts of the southeast Queensland and far northern New South Wales coasts andalso about Lord Howe Island during the remainder of Friday and Saturday. Galeforce winds are also possible about elevated terrain near the New South Walesborder.

A Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Winds, Abnormally High Tides andDangerous Surf is current. A Hazardous Surf Warning is also current.

Please refer to the latest Severe Weather Warnings for Queensland and New SouthWales: http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings/index.shtml.

The next Information Bulletin will be issued by 5 am AEST today.

Severe weather advice

for People in Parts of Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts

For people in parts of Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:35 pm Friday, 22 February 2019.

Abnormally high tides, dangerous surf, and damaging winds expected about the southeast Queensland coast and islands

Weather Situation: At 10pm AEST Friday, tropical cyclone Oma (category 1) was situated over the southern Coral Sea, approximately 650 kilometres east of Brisbane. Oma is expected to continue moving in a general southerly direction tonight, before turning back towards the north over the weekend.

Dangerous surf conditions are occurring about exposed beaches along the southeast Queensland coast south of Sandy Cape, including the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast tonight. These conditions are expected to continue over the weekend.

Water levels on the high tide are likely to continue to exceed the highest tide of the year about the southeast Queensland coast over the next few days.

This has the potential to be a significant beach erosion event given the combination of the large surf, abnormally high tides and the fact that these conditions should persist for a few days.

Locally damaging wind gusts in excess of 90 kilometres per hour are likely about the exposed coast and islands between Sandy Cape and the Qld/NSW border tonight and Saturday. These damaging wind gusts may extend to the southern border ranges, inland to about Springbrook and Tamborine Mountain, tonight and into Saturday.

Maximum wave heights of 12-13m recorded at Mooloolaba and off Point Lookout during Friday, which is larger than those recorded in cyclone Oswald.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure loose outdoor items. * Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees. * Beware of fallen trees and powerlines. * Surf Life Saving Australia recommends that you stay out of the water and stay well away from surf-exposed areas. * Check your property regularly for erosion or inundation by sea water, and if necessary raise goods and electrical items. * If near the coastline, stay well away from the water's edge. * Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded, forget it. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST Saturday.

Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 219. The Bureau and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Coastal wind warning

Coastal Strong Wind/Gale Warning

Fri 22:00 ESTAustralian Government Bureau of MeteorologyQueensland

Marine Wind Warning Summary for QueenslandIssued at 4:59 pm EST on Friday 22 February 2019for the period until midnight EST Saturday 23 February 2019.

Weather SituationTropical Cyclone Oma (Category 1) is centred about 520 km north of Lord HoweIsland, moving slowly to the south-southeast. In combination with a strong highpressure system to the south, this is generating gale-force winds and verylarge waves. Later Saturday and Sunday Oma is expected to begin moving to thenorth, with conditions gradually easing. The latest track map is athttp://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDQ65231.shtml.

DAMAGING SURF is developing this evening and will continue through Saturday.Waves exceeding 5 metres in the surf zone may cause beach erosion on thenorthern side of the island, particularly on the high tides occurring aroundmidnight and midday.

The NSW State Emergency Service advise you: - **Stay indoors away from windows and keep children indoors - **Check your property regularly for erosion or inundation by sea water, - and if necessary raise goods and electrical items - **Stay out of the water and stay well away from surf-exposed areas - For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the Lord Howe Island Police on [02] 6563 2199

The next warning will be issued by 5:00am (EDT) Saturday..

This warning is also available through TV and Radio broadcasts; the Bureau'swebsite at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 218.

The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate this warning beingbroadcast regularly.

Severe weather advice

Severe Weather Warning for NSW

Fri 22:27 EDTAustralian Government Bureau of MeteorologyNew South Wales

Tropical Cyclone Oma (category 1) is centred about 650 kilometres east of Brisbane, moving slowly to the south-southeast. In combination with a strong high pressure system to the south, this is generating gale-force winds and very large waves along northern parts of the NSW coast, coinciding with King Tides. Later Saturday and Sunday Oma is expected to begin moving to the north, with conditions gradually easing.

DAMAGING SURF conditions, with waves exceeding 5 metres in the surf zone, may produce significant beach erosion along the NSW coast from Coffs Harbour to the Queensland border this evening and through the weekend. Beach conditions in these areas are dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas.

DAMAGING WIND gusts in excess of 90 km/h are likely about exposed parts of the coast north from Yamba this evening and Saturday, possibly extending to the northern border ranges overnight.

ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES are expected around midnight tonight and midday Saturday, which may cause sea water flooding of low lying areas north of Yamba. Water levels at high tide may exceed the highest tide of the year by around half a metre.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEDT Saturday.

Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 218. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Coastal wind warning

Strong Wind Warning for the Following Area: South East Coast the Next Marine Wind Warning Summary Will Be Issued When Required

Fri 22:00 EDTAustralian Government Bureau of MeteorologyTasmania

Marine Wind Warning Summary for TasmaniaIssued at 10:00 pm EDT on Friday 22 February 2019for the period until midnight EDT Friday 22 February 2019.

Wind Warnings for Friday 22 FebruaryStrong Wind Warning for the following area:South East Coast

The next Marine Wind Warning Summary will be issued when required.

================================================================================Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local Waters Forecast athttp://www.bom.gov.au/tas/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind, wave andweather conditions for these coastal zones.================================================================================

Coastal wind warning

Strong Wind Warning for the Following Areas: Port Phillip, Western Port and Central Coast

Fri 22:00 EDTAustralian Government Bureau of MeteorologyVictoria

Marine Wind Warning Summary for VictoriaIssued at 10:00 pm EDT on Friday 22 February 2019for the period until midnight EDT Saturday 23 February 2019.

Wind Warnings for Saturday 23 FebruaryStrong Wind Warning for the following areas:Port Phillip, Western Port and Central Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 5:10 am EDT Saturday.

================================================================================Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local Waters Forecast athttp://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind, wave andweather conditions for these coastal zones.================================================================================

Coastal wind warning

Coastal Strong Wind/Gale Warning

Fri 22:00 EDTAustralian Government Bureau of MeteorologyNew South Wales

Updated Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South WalesIssued at 4:05 pm EDT on Friday 22 February 2019for the period until midnight EDT Saturday 23 February 2019.

Wind Warnings for Friday 22 FebruaryGale Warning for the following areas:Byron Coast and Coffs CoastStrong Wind Warning for the following areas:Macquarie Coast and Hunter Coast

Wind Warnings for Saturday 23 FebruaryGale Warning for the following areas:Byron Coast, Coffs Coast and Macquarie CoastStrong Wind Warning for the following areas:Sydney Closed Waters, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast and BatemansCoastCancellation for the following area:Eden Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:10 am EDT Saturday.

================================================================================Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local Waters Forecast athttp://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind, wave andweather conditions for these coastal zones.================================================================================

Fire weather warning

Fire Weather Warning for the West Pilbara Coast, Goldfields, Eucla and South Interior

Weather SituationVery hot with fresh southwest to northwesterly winds during the afternoon andearly evening over the West Pilbara. Fresh north to northwesterly winds overthe Goldfields and Eucla. Fresh and gusty southeasterly winds about the SouthInterior.

For Saturday 23 February:

Severe Fire Danger is forecast for the following fire weather districts:West Pilbara Coast, Goldfields, Eucla and South Interior

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises you to: - Action your Bushfire Survival Plan now. - Monitor the fire and weather situation through your local radio station, www.dfes.wa.gov.au and www.bom.gov.au. - Call 000 (Triple Zero) in an emergency.For information on preparing for bushfires go to www.dfes.wa.gov.au.

Safety AdviceSurf Life Saving Queensland advise that: - People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas. - Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf. - Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage. - Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket. - Boaters should remember to log on with their local radio base and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 am EST Saturday.

================================================================================Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information on wind, wave and weatherconditions for these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/ or on marine radio.================================================================================

Fri 15:38 EDTAustralian Government Bureau of MeteorologyNew South Wales

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 3:38 pm EDT on Friday 22 February 2019for the period until midnight EDT Saturday 23 February 2019.

Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activitiessuch as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas. Surf LifeSaving NSW recommends only swimming at patrolled beaches and between the redand yellow flags.

Safety AdviceNSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that: - People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas. - Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf. - Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage. - Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket. - Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 am EDT Saturday.

================================================================================Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information on wind, wave and weatherconditions for these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ or on marine radio.================================================================================

Flood warning

Flood Warning for the Diamantina River

Fri 13:47 CDTAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, South Australia

Heavy rain during early February across the upper part of the Diamantinacatchment in Queensland resulted in moderate to major flooding and flood watershave moved further downstream. Flood waters are moving into the SouthAustralian section of the Diamantina River and into the Goyder Lagoon.

River levels continue to rise in the Diamantina River from the SA border andinto the Goyder Lagoon. Flood impacts such as inundation of flood plains,cutting of minor roads and impact to graziers are expected for a number of daysand into next week.

It will take a number of weeks for the water to move through the Goyder Lagoonand reach the Warburton River which flows into Kati Thanda - Lake Eyre. Theamount of water which makes its way further downstream is uncertain but it isunlikely to fill the lake.

At Birdsville (QLD) the river is slowly peaking just above the major floodlevel. For more information on the Diamantina in Queensland see;http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings/flood/diamantina-river.shtml

Warburton:Rises in water level may take a number of weeks to occur in the Warburton River.

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 215. Warning, rainfall andriver information are available at www.bom.gov.au/sa/flood. The latest weatherforecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/sa/forecasts.

No significant rainfall is forecast across the catchment for the next few days.

Eyre Creek: Moderate flood levels continue along Eyre and King Creek.

No recent observations are available from Bedourie, however the river levelreported during Thursday was about 4.20 metres (moderate flood) and slowlyrising. River levels are expected to remain above the moderate flood level(4.00 m) for the next few days.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 3.45 metres (moderate flood) andslowly falling. River levels on the Eyre Creek at Glengyle are expected toremain above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) for the next few days.

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall andriver information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weatherforecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.

Flood warning

Minor Flood Warning for the Lower Thomson River and Flood Warning for the Cooper Creek

Fri 11:08 ESTAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Minor Flood Warning for the lower Thomson River and Flood Warning for theCooper Creek

Minor flood levels are continuing along parts of the lower Thomson River,whilst river levels are now below the minor flood level on the Cooper Creek atWindorah.

Isolated showers or thunderstorms are possible over the next few days but thisrainfall is not expected to worsen the current flooding situation.

Thomson River:The water level in the Thomson River at Bogewong is peaking. Renewed rises areexpected downstream to Stonehenge and Jundah over the next few days.

River level information is not available at Stonehenge (manual station) butbased on levels at the nearby Stonehenge automatic station the river level isexpected to be below the minor flood level (2.00 m) over the next few days.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently below 1.90 metres and falling. Renewedrises to around the minor flood level (2.5 metres) are possible over theweekend as upstream floodwater arrives.

Cooper Creek:Renewed rises are likely on the Cooper Creek at Windorah early next week asupstream floodwater arrives.

There is no observation from Windorah but based on upstream observations, it iscurrently likely to be below minor flood level.

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall andriver information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weatherforecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.

Major Flood Warning for the Lower Diamantina River

Major flood levels are occurring on the lower Diamantina River at Birdsville.

No significant rainfall has fallen across the catchment recently and no furtherrain is expected for the next few days.

For more information on the Diamantina/Goyder in South Australia see;http://www.bom.gov.au/sa/warnings/flood/inlandrivers.shtml

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:Moderate to major flooding continues along the lower Diamantina River betweenDiamantina Lakes and Birdsville.

The Diamantina River at Birdsville is slowly peaking at around 8.2 metres (justabove major flood level of 8.0 metres) and is near steady. The Diamantina Riverat Birdsville will remain just above the major flood level during Friday andinto the weekend.

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall andriver information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weatherforecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.

Flood warning

Major Flood Warning for the Lower Flinders River and Minor Flood Warning for the Norman River

Fri 08:46 ESTAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Major Flood Warning for the lower Flinders River and Minor Flood Warning forthe Norman River

Floodwaters across the lower Flinders River have continued to very slowly ease,based on satellite imagery. Major flooding will continue along parts of thelower reaches of the Flinders River during this week.

The Flinders River has experienced its most significant flood in at least thelast 50 years. Record floodwaters in places had also broken out into adjacentcatchments.

It is recommended to look at satellite imagery (http://satview.bom.gov.au) toappreciate the full extent of the flooding in and around the Flinders Riverarea, particularly the lower reaches of the Flinders River which extend intothe neighbouring catchment area of the Norman River.

No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days.

Many automatic gauges across the Gulf Rivers catchments have returned toservice following a data outage over a week ago. However, the data continues tobe intermittent and some gauges are yet to return data.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:Flood levels downstream of Richmond continue to very slowly ease. Floodwatersacross the lower reaches of the Flinders River are contracting across thefloodplain, particularly in the area between Etta Plains and Canobie through toWalkers Bend.

Record major flood levels are expected to be very slowly easing at WalkersBend. However no further data is available from this gauge. The Flinders Riverat Walkers Bend will remain above the major flood level (5.60 m) during thisweek.

Norman River:Minor to moderate flood levels are slowly easing between Yappar River andNormanton.

The Norman River at Normanton is currently at 3.46 metres (minor flood) andfalling. The Norman River at Normanton is expected to remain above the minorflood level (2.00 m) during this week.

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall andriver information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weatherforecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.

Flood warning

Final Flood Watch for coastal catchments between Gladstone and the NSW Border and adjacent inland areas

A chance of showers remain across the Flood Watch area, but totals are nolonger considered to be significant.

See www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings to view the current flood and cyclone productsfor Queensland.For more information on the Flood Watch Service:http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml

Flood Safety Advice:This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and creeksshould monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings.Remember: If it's flooded, forget it.

For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts.This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219 at a low call cost of27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.Warning, rainfall and river information are available atwww.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/

Next issue:This is a final Flood Watch, no further watches will be issued for this event.